'Tears of joy': An emotional day for Charlie Bird as donations top €2m

Charlie Bird embraced by his five grandchildren after making it to the summit of Croagh Patrick. Picture: Michael Mc Laughlin/RollingNews.ie

The Climb with Charlie challenge has raised over €2 million, the man himself has confirmed.

The climb, which took place yesterday on Croagh Patrick and other mountains across the globe, has so far raised over €1.9m via the official website.